Manikpur

Manikpur is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 75.6km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Ramganj Ii is the gram panchayat of Manikpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Manikpur unique in its vibrant Islampur-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Manikpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Manikpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manikpur is 308949. The village spans a total geographical area of 507.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733207. Islampur is nearest town to Manikpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Manikpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Manikpur

According to the 2011 Census, Manikpur has a total population of about 3,980, with approximately 2,049 males and 1,931 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 754 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.60%, with male literacy at about 34.07% and female literacy near 26.93%. There are around 705 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Manikpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,980 2,049 1,931
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 754 374 380
Scheduled Castes (SC) 359 173 186
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,218 698 520
Illiterate Population 2,762 1,351 1,411

Connectivity of Manikpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manikpur. As per the 2011 stats, Manikpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Manikpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Manikpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manikpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Manikpur

Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Ramganj Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 733207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manikpur is 3,980, with 2,049 males and 1,931 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Manikpur village has a total of 705 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manikpur is 30.60%. The male literacy rate is 34.07%, while the female literacy rate is 26.93%.